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Indian American lawmakers extend Ramadan wishes
The lawmakers in their wishes acknowledged the rich tapestry of cultural and religious diversity within the United States.
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Indian American lawmakers / File Photo
As Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam began on March 1, Indian American lawmakers extended their wishes to the Muslim community in the United States, emphasizing themes of reflection, peace, and unity.
Representative Ro Khanna from California's 17th congressional district, expressed his hopes for a blessed and prosperous Ramadan, stating, "I hope this holy month is filled with spiritual reflection and peace."
Wishing the Muslim community in my district and around the world a blessed and prosperous Ramadan. I hope this holy month is filled with spiritual reflection and peace.
— Rep. Ro Khanna (@RepRoKhanna) March 1, 2025
Similarly, Michigan Representative Shri Thanedar conveyed his wishes, saying, "Ramadan Mubarak! I wish Muslims in Michigan's 13th Congressional District, and across the world a peaceful and reflective holy month."
Ramadan Mubarak! I wish Muslims in #MI13 and across the world a peaceful and reflective holy month. pic.twitter.com/ClzDFf4HO1
— Congressman Shri Thanedar (@RepShriThanedar) February 28, 2025
Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois' 8th congressional district, also extended his greetings, noting, "Ramadan Mubarak! As the holy season of Ramadan begins, I wish everyone in the Muslim community a peaceful period of renewal, prayer, and reflection."
Ramadan Mubarak! As the holy season of Ramadan begins, I wish everyone in the Muslim community a peaceful period of renewal, prayer, and reflection. pic.twitter.com/Gx1hpNC57t
— Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (@CongressmanRaja) March 1, 2025
Representative from Virginia’s 10th Congressional District, Suhas Subramanyam said, "Tonight marks the start of Ramadan. I hope this month is filled with reflection and hope for you and your loved ones. Ramadan Mubarak!"
Tonight marks the start of Ramadan. I hope this month is filled with reflection and hope for you and your loved ones. Ramadan Mubarak! pic.twitter.com/mNuB4HRbW9
— Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) (@RepSuhas) February 28, 2025
Additionally, Representative Ami Bera offered his wishes, stating, "Ramadan Mubarak to Muslims in #SacramentoCounty and around the world. May this holy month be a time of prayer and reflection with your family, neighbors, and loved ones."
Ramadan Mubarak to Muslims in #SacramentoCounty and around the world.
— Ami Bera, M.D. (@RepBera) February 28, 2025
May this holy month be a time of prayer and reflection with your family, neighbors and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/C13LgNh2Et
The month of fasting will conclude with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr. It is celebrated with communal prayers, feasts, charitable donations (Zakat al-Fitr), and gatherings of family and friends.
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